Cubist Deconstruction Appetizer (Printable)

Geometric-cut vegetables, fruits, and cheese combined for a vibrant, fresh appetizer experience.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 small cucumber, peeled
02 - 1 medium golden beet, cooked and peeled
03 - 1 medium watermelon radish, peeled
04 - 1 ripe avocado

→ Cheese

05 - 3.5 oz block feta cheese

→ Fruit

06 - 1 ripe mango, peeled

→ Garnishes & Seasoning

07 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
08 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
09 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
10 - Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
11 - Microgreens or fresh herbs (e.g., basil, cilantro), for garnish

# Steps:

01 - Slice all vegetables and fruits into diverse geometric shapes such as triangles, parallelograms, hexagons, and irregular polygons approximately 0.4 inches thick using a sharp knife or small cookie cutters for precision.
02 - Cut the feta cheese into geometric cubes or prisms to complement the presentation theme.
03 - Arrange the vegetable, fruit, and cheese pieces closely on a large flat serving platter without overlapping, creating a cubist-style mosaic.
04 - Evenly drizzle extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice over the arranged components.
05 - Sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper over the arrangement to enhance flavors.
06 - Top with microgreens or fresh herbs such as basil or cilantro to introduce color and freshness.
07 - Present immediately to retain sharp edges and vibrant visual appeal.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a conversation starter that feels effortlessly sophisticated, perfect for impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
  • The interplay of colors and textures keeps every bite interesting, with fresh, clean flavors that never feel heavy or overdone.
  • There's something deeply satisfying about transforming simple ingredients into edible art that celebrates their natural beauty.
02 -
  • A truly sharp knife is not negotiable; dull blades will crush your vegetables and fruit, muddying both the texture and appearance. Spend the moment to hone or sharpen before you begin.
  • Timing is everything—prepare this no more than 10-15 minutes before serving to keep everything fresh and prevent the avocado from browning or the cut surfaces from drying.
03 -
  • Keep all cut vegetables in the refrigerator until the last moment, and arrange them directly from cold onto the platter to ensure they hold their shape and crispness.
  • The secret that changes everything is using a very sharp knife and making confident, single-stroke cuts—hesitation leads to bruising, while confidence yields clean, beautiful lines that honor your ingredients.
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